Get Your Scare on at These Haunted Attractions This October

October has arrived, which means Spooky Season is officially in full swing! It’s the perfect time to round up your bravest friends and take on some of New Jersey’s scariest haunted attractions—experiences so terrifying you’ll be tempted to keep the lights on until Halloween passes. From haunted hayrides and eerie forests to twisted asylums and nightmare-fueled houses, the Garden State has no shortage of thrills for those who dare. Here are the must-visit haunts across NJ guaranteed to deliver unforgettable frights. Happy Haunts!

Brookdale Haunted Theater – Lincroft

Step into the twisted world of Brookdale Community College‘s Haunted Theater, where the dark and demented imaginations of students come alive to haunt your every step. Celebrating its 22nd year as a multi award-winning attraction and rated the best haunted house in New Jersey, this chilling experience transforms the entire theater into a nightmarish labyrinth filled with body parts, evil creatures, and spine-tingling scares. Unlike a traditional stage show, guests embark on a 20-minute journey through terror around every corner, designed, built, and run entirely by past and present students. Tickets are $20–$25 plus service fees—are you brave enough to face the fright that redefines “stage fright” forever? 765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ 07738 https://www.brookdalehauntedtheater.com/

Nightmare at Gravity Hill – Jackson

As you enter the gates of Gravity Hill, the nightmare begins… you will find over a dozen different scenes/settings spread out over 5 acres. 35 minutes of spine-chilling walkable haunted trails and creepy themes & adventures. This is not a hayride where you can hide from the creatures of the night, so wear comfortable shoes in case one of them takes a liking to your scent and decides to keep you! 1005 Farmingdale Rd, Jackson Township, NJ 08527 http://www.nightmareatgravityhill.com/

C Casola Farms Haunted Attractions – Marlboro

C. Casola Farms has multiple Haunted Attractions this year. Take a Haunted Hayride into the back woods of New Jersey on their Haunted Hayride of Terror, walk through their Haunted Barn, enter the Living Maze as it puts you into a Hellish Haze with all it’s twists and turns or ride in an army truck and try their zombie paintball where you exterminate zombies on the ride. 131 S Main St, Marlboro, NJ 07746 http://www.hauntedcasola.com/

Scullville Terror in the Junkyard – Egg Harbor Township

The Terror in the Junkyard is a chilling Halloween tradition run by the Scullville Volunteer Fire Company and their dedicated volunteers. Brave souls are taken deep into the dark woods of Scullville on a haunted hayride filled with frights, eerie encounters, and terrifying surprises lurking in every shadow. More than just a thrill, this community-driven haunt raises proceeds to support the Fire Company as well as local nonprofits that help bring the hayride to life—making every scream count toward a great cause. 353 Zion Rd., Egg Harbor City, NJ 08234 https://www.facebook.com/scullvilleterrorinthejunkyard/

BloodShed Farms Haunted Drive-Thru – Columbus

Bloodshed Farms presents The Last Drive Haunted Drive Thru, an immersive Halloween experience that takes terror to the next level—all from the safety of your own vehicle. As you creep along the haunted path, prepare for spine-chilling encounters with twisted creatures and sinister characters lurking in the shadows. Each scene unfolds with theatrical sets, nightmarish displays, and shocking special effects designed to keep you on edge from start to finish. Tickets are limited, so secure yours now for a horrifying ride you won’t forget! 2919 Route 206, Columbus, NJ 08022 https://bloodshedfarmsfearfest.com/

Brighton Asylum – Passaic

Brighton Asylum, once infamously shut down in 1952 after reports of patient and staff disappearances and horrific living conditions, has re-opened its doors—and it’s more terrifying than ever. This legendary haunted attraction invites brave guests to “check in” and journey through its massive, winding halls filled with chilling live actors, movie-quality scares, and Hollywood-level special effects. Known as one of the scariest haunted houses in the country, Brighton Asylum promises an experience so intense you may leave questioning your sanity. You have nothing to lose… but your mind! 2 Brighton Ave, Passaic, NJ 07055 https://brightonasylum.com/

NIGHT OF TERROR at Creamy Acres Farm – Mullica Hill

With a name as quaint and pleasant as Creamy Acres Farm, you wouldn’t expect one of the Northeast’s scariest destinations. But that’s where you’ll find Night of Terror, the massive 100-acre park (largest Halloween park in New Jersey) that is inhabited by zombies, attack dogs, chainsaw-wielding maniacs and killer clowns. The most unique attraction at Creamy Acres is the Haunted Paintball Hayride, where visitors climb aboard a wagon and use man-mounted paintball guns to defend the crew against live actors dressed as zombies and intricate moving props in a host of scenes over a 15-minute ride. 448 Lincoln Mill Rd, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 https://www.nightofterror.com/

Hayride of Horrors – Hackettstown

This October, head to Corrado’s Farm on weekends for the Hayride of Horrors—a 45-minute plunge through shadowy woods where creatures of the night stalk every turn. Hold your nerve as you cross the cemetery of the walking dead, then catch your breath with a snack served by their wicked witches. When you’re ready for round two, step inside the haunted house, where cinematic sets and jump scares blur the line between dream and nightmare. Make it out alive…if you can. 671 Mt. Bethel Road, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Hayride of Horrors & Haunted House

House of Horrors New Jersey – East Brunswick

The newly re-designed Haunted House of Horrors dares you to Face Your Nightmares as you step into a maze of terror designed to test your every fear. If you survive the house, continue the fright with their Haunted Hayride Tractor, taking you along a mysterious route filled with unexpected scares. What makes this haunt even more special is its mission—every scream supports a cause. All proceeds benefit 4-H Project Gift, a community service initiative that provides toys and gifts to over 100 local families in need during the holiday season at no cost to them. Each year, hundreds of toys are distributed, turning moments of horror into hope for the community. 645 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816 https://houseofhorrorsnj.com/

Fear in the Forest – Pemberton

Fear in the Forest is a family-owned haunted attraction tucked deep in the woods of Pemberton Township, NJ, running for two nights only—October 24th and 25th. This chilling dark ride takes you through eerie cranberry bogs and shadowy trails where one wrong turn could leave you lost in the middle of nowhere. Follow the bones to the infamous Cabin in the Woods, where the true frights begin and there’s no turning back once your group departs with the tour guide. Survive the terrifying walkthrough and you’ll be rewarded with a gathering at the Cabin featuring music, food, and a chance to catch your breath—if you can. 182 City Line Road, Pemberton, NJ 08015 https://fearintheforest.weebly.com/

13th Hour Haunted House – Wharton

13th Hour in Wharton is home to some of the most original and thrilling events in the country, making it a must-visit destination for horror fans and thrill seekers alike. Their three haunted house attractions immerse you in terrifying worlds filled with stunning special effects and movie-quality sets that will leave you on edge at every turn. Beyond the haunts, 13th Hour also offers eight award-winning, 60-minute escape rooms designed to test your wits under pressure, as well as their one-of-a-kind Haunted Hatchets attraction for an added adrenaline rush. Whether you crave scares, challenges, or a mix of both, 13th Hour delivers an unforgettable experience. 105 West Dewey Avenue, Wharton, NJ 07885 https://13thhour.com/

Scare Farm – Hillsborough

Scare Farm is no ordinary haunt. It’s a cursed land where madness takes root and fear runs wild. Voted one of the best haunted attractions in the tri-state area, Scare Farm invites you to harvest your fears across four terrifying experiences woven into one seamless nightmare. Back by popular demand, Madderbaby Lane, Atrum Manor, The Slayride, and Chaotica return as one continuous attraction for a single ticket price, delivering relentless scares and chaos from start to finish. Gather your bravest friends and step into the mayhem, if you dare. 120 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 https://norzhillfarm.com/scare-farm

Field of Terror Haunted House & Hay Ride – Perrineville

Legend has it that years ago, Farmer Frank of East Windsor, NJ, grew tired of ordinary farming and began disturbing experiments—mixing the genetics of local townspeople with his twisted crops. The horrific results of his failed creations still lurk across the land, tended now by his sinister grandson, Ax Man. At Field of Terror, you’ll come face-to-face with these monstrosities and more as you brave four unique, terror-filled attractions. From hordes of zombies in every shape and size to the chilling fields themselves, every corner holds a new nightmare waiting to test your courage. 831 Windsor Perrineville Rd, NJ 08520 https://www.fieldofterror.com/

Oasis Island of Terror, Robbinsville

Step into the shadows at Oasis Island of Terror in Robbinsville, NJ—an immersive haunted attraction where darkness reigns and no scream goes unheard. From the moment you cross the threshold, you’ll descend into a chilling world of twisted fear, encountering bone-chilling sets, live actors, and terrifying special effects designed to haunt your dreams. Whether you’re walking through haunted halls or daring to explore the unknown, every corner holds a new terror. With free parking, theatrical design, and a reputation for delivering unforgettable scares, Oasis Island of Terror is where your nightmares come to life, if you dare to visit. 3 Circle Dr, Robbinsville Twp, NJ 08691 https://www.oasisislandofterror.com/

The Conover Killings – Wall Township

Step into a world of primal fear at The Conover Killings, where each moment is crafted to test your limits. This immersive horror experience plunges you deep into a narrative of chilling suspense, twisted secrets, and relentless terror. From the moment you step on site, expect to confront vengeful spirits, deranged killers, and shadowy phantoms in settings designed to play on your deepest fears. With haunting soundscapes, high-intensity scenes, and surprises around every turn, The Conover Killings is not just a haunted house—it’s a fully realized horror story you live through. Dare to walk the path… if your nerves can handle it. 3101 Hurley Pond Rd, Wall Township, NJ 07719 https://theconoverkillings.com/